The exquisite 1997 Barolo Brunate is a backward offering. Dark ruby-colored with a purple hue, it offers a compelling nose of barbecued pork, cherry syrup, roasted coffee, rose water, and licorice. Full-bodied, muscular, and powerful, with a load of tannin as well as huge richness and thickness, it requires cellaring for 2-3 years, and should drink well for 20-25 years. Importer: Franklin Selections, Annapolis Junction, MD; tel. (410) 880-4790

Dark ruby. Loads of blackberry and plum fruit ,with hints of mineral. Full-bodied, with soft and silky tannins and a long finish. Give it a little more time.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Best after 2009. 450 cases made.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add